FAQ

You may apply for a second Master’s degree under the Stipendium Hungaricum programme only if your first Master’s degree was not completed within the SH framework. If you obtained your Master’s degree under the SH programme, you are eligible to apply only for the next study cycle (PhD).

Yes, as a self-financing applicant, you may apply for more than one programme; however, a separate application fee must be paid for each programme you submit.

Under Stipendium Hungaricum (SH) scholarship, applicants are allowed to apply for up to two programmes, while under Scholarship for Christian Young People (SCYP) scheme, applicants may apply for only one programme.

Changing the program is possible only from the second semester indicating your intention in the first semester as specified by financial status:

• Scholarship holders: Check the changing rules and deadlines on your scholarship’s website. For SH more specifically: rules and procedures.
• Self-financing students: Submit your transfer or programme-change request to your registrar’s officer — contacts are listed here.
• Transfer fee: 5,000 HUF
• Deadlines: January 20 (Spring) / August 21 (Autumn)

You can submit specific missing documents until the deadline given in the specific scholarship call or in the self-financing application procedure.

No, you should prepare a tailored motivation letter for each university. Admission committees expect content that reflects their programs, values, and your reasons for choosing them.

Yes, transfer from other universities is definitely possible.

• Scholarship holders: Check the transfer rules and deadlines on your scholarship’s website. For SH more specifically: rules and procedures.
• Self-financing students: Submit your transfer or programme-change request to your registrar’s officer — contacts are listed here.
• Transfer fee: 5,000 HUF
• Deadlines: January 20 (Spring) / August 21 (Autumn)

Yes, most programs accept a combination of academic and professional recommendation letters, particularly for graduate-level applications.

However, some programs may have specific preferences or requirements. We recommend checking the program’s admission criteria to be sure.

• BSc and MSc programmes;
• Doctoral programmes in English;

Some scholarships and financial aid options may be available for self-financing students, depending on the programme and eligibility criteria. We recommend checking the specific details under each scholarship programme listed on our Scholarships page.

For the application process, a health certificate is not required.

Stipendium Hungaricum and Hungarian Diaspora Scholarship applicants only need to present the official medical certificate (with attachments) after being awarded the scholarship and upon arrival in Hungary, during the local medical examination (using the prescribed form).

SCYP applicants must upload the required medical certificate to their application profile by 30 April, using the official template available in the call for applications, once the church recommendation has been approved.

Self-financing students are not required to submit a health certificate.

Yes. MATE University offers several scholarship opportunities for international students. You can read about all available options at: Scholarships.

Applicants are evaluated based on several criteria, including academic performance, the quality of the motivation letter, recommendation letters, and language proficiency.

Some programs may also require an interview or an entrance exam. The importance of each criterion may vary depending on the specific program.

Information about doctoral (PhD) programmes and the application process is available here.

To find a potential supervisor, you may

• contact the scientific secretary or international coordinator of the respective doctoral school or
• browse research topics on the official Hungarian doctoral website where you can select a topic and contact the supervising professor directly.

If you need further help, contact MATE Doctoral and Habilitation Office.

You can find all information and the application procedure for MATE International Scholarship Programme (MISP) on our Scholarships page. Please, read the detailed guidelines carefully before applying. 

Each programme description includes details about the required academic background. You can find information about available programmes here and view the curricula to get more details.

If your previous studies are closely related to your chosen programme but some courses are missing based on MATE curriculum, you may be allowed to take the necessary BSc/BA subjects during your first year, depending on the decision of the programme lead.

To apply as an international student, start by visiting our online application page and carefully follow the step-by-step instructions for your chosen BSc or MSc program. You will need to upload

• your academic documents,
• language certificate (if required),
• a copy of your passport.

Then, pay the application fee to submit your form.

After that, you may be invited to an online interview or asked to take an entrance examination, depending on the program you apply for. Once you receive your acceptance letter, our university will guide you through the next steps, including enrolment and visa arrangements. Click to reach the detailed application procedure.

For full details, visit the central website of Stipendium Scholarship Programme and MATE's dedicated website.

If you still cannot find the answer to your question, please contact MATE Stipendium Hungaricum Team. 

You can identify a potential PhD supervisor in the following ways:

• Contact the scientific secretary or international coordinator of your chosen doctoral school, who can provide guidance on available supervisors and research areas.
• Search the national database of announced PhD research topics, where you can explore research fields and contact potential supervisors directly.

If you are unable to find a suitable supervisor or need further assistance, please contact the Doctoral and Habilitation Office directly.

You can submit specific missing documents until the deadline given in the specific scholarship call or in the self-financing application procedure.

There is no age limit for self-financing students. Age limits may be specified by scholarship types. Also, please, note that those who are under 18 need their parents' to arrange enrolment and visa procedures.

Yes, an entrance exam is required for admission.

Applicants should review the relevant program syllabus and prepare to discuss their motivation during the interview, as this is a key focus of the assessment.

It is also important to revise core subjects related to the chosen program.

In addition, PhD applicants must demonstrate strong knowledge of their selected research field, particularly in terms of research methodology.

No, there is not any nationality limitation for MISP.

Payment of the first annual tuition fee is required in order to receive the Letter of Acceptance. After enrollment, tuition fees may be paid on a semester-by-semester basis.

You must fulfil the conditions stated in your offer (e.g., submitting missing documents, proof of language proficiency, or final transcripts) by the deadline. Failure to meet conditions usually results in withdrawal of the offer.

The application fee paid via DreamApply for foreign applicants applying to a self-financed program through the institutional admission procedure is intended to cover the costs of the admission process and is non-refundable.

If a foreign applicant is admitted through the institutional admission procedure, but applicant does not receive a visa for entry into Hungary, the prepaid tuition fee for two semesters may be refunded after deducting a 10% administrative fee from the first semester’s tuition fee.

You can find out more about MATE Organizational and Operational Regulations HERE.

You can find the list of acceptable English language certificates on the university’s official website.

If the language of instruction in your previous studies was English, you may submit either:

• a certificate issued by your institution confirming that your studies were conducted in English, or
• your diploma or transcript, clearly stating that the medium of instruction was English.

During the visa interview, the applicant’s language proficiency is assessed, and the result significantly influences the decision-making process.

You can explore all available BSc and MSc programmes (including tuition fees) here.

If you are interested in the detailed curriculum and course structure, please visit the programme of the academic year.

A strong recommendation letter should explain the referee’s relationship to you, such as whether they are a teacher or supervisor. It should highlight your academic or professional strengths and include specific examples of your achievements. The letter should also explain why you are a good fit for the chosen program.

The academic calendar for the current academic year — including semester start and end dates, examination periods, and holidays — is available on the university’s website.

You can find a detailed list of our available English-taught BSc and MSc programmes on this page, along with up-to-date information on tuition fees for each programme. The link also provides brief programme descriptions and essential academic details to help you choose the course that best fits your interests and study goals.

The academic calendar is available using this link.